Health Futures - AmeriCorps

The Healthy Futures Ameri Corps Member will partner with the Family Support team to address barriers to health, wellness and self-sufficiency for refugees and other immigrants with a focus on physical and mental health issues.

• Work with the IRC Medical Case Manager to provide care coordination and advocacy for newly arrived families with special medical needs.
• Assist in educating new families on how to access health care services in the community.
• Assist in scheduling medical appointments, as appropriate.
• Assist clients with navigating healthcare and social service systems, including teaching them.

• Strong communication skills, with fluency in written and spoken English.
• Bilingual ability in one of the predominant languages of the local client base is desired.
• Demonstrated experience working in a multicultural environment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and consistent access to reliable transportation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident and authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must commit to one full term of service.
• Must have a high school diploma, GED, or be working toward it during the term of service.
• Must complete a National Service Criminal History check.

Pay Rate: $25,200 per year. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

• 10 sick days.
• 10 U.S. holidays.
• 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure.
• Medical insurance starting at $163 per month.
• Dental starting at $6.50 per month.
• Vision starting at $5 per month.
• FSA for healthcare and commuter costs.
• 403(b) retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching.
• Disability & life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program available to staff and families.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.